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Dr. Ugonna Iroku, MD

Dr. Ugonna Iroku, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Ugonna Iroku, MD is a gastroenterologist in New York, NY and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from HARVARD Medical School in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as NYU Langone Hospitals and Mount Sinai Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (18 reviews)

Practice

311 E 79th St Ste 2A New York, NY 10075
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(212) 996-6633

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Iroku is affiliated with NYU Langone Hospitals New York, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Iroku is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Iroku specializes in the area of Gastroenterology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Iroku's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Iroku

4.7

18 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Jasmine – Jun 24, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Landzie – Jun 23, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Maria I Hernandez – Jun 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ed Rooney – Jun 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linroy Benjamin – May 22, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
TW – Apr 12, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
May 20, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angela Tyer in Snow Hill, NC – May 01, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 17, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
LaShauna in Greenville, NC – Sep 13, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
WM in Greenville, NC – Jun 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Ugo Iroku, MD, is a top-rated New York City doctor specializing in gastroenterology and providing best in class care for patients on Manhattan's Upper East Side, Midtown East, and all boroughs of New York City as a specialist at the city™s...read more

biography

Dr. Ugo Iroku, MD is a Gastroenterologist specialist in New York, NY. He graduated from Harvard University.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Columbia University Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Newyork-presbyterian Hospital

    Residency Hospital

  • New York Presbyterian Cornell University

    Internship Hospital

  • Harvard University

    Medical School

  • University At Stoney Brook

    Undergraduate School

  • New York Presbyterian Hospital Cornell University

    Residency Hospital, 2005

  • Harvard Medical School

    Medical School, 2002
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Dr. Iroku is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    79TH Street Endoscopy P.L.L.C.311 E 79th St Ste 2A New York, NY 10075
    1

    Practice

    Office123 William St Rm 1503 New York, NY 10038
    2
    City Medical of Upper East Side PLLC1865 Broadway New York, NY 10023
    3

    Practice

    Gotham Gastroenterology PLLC535 5th Ave Rm 604 New York, NY 10017
    4

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • NYU Langone Hospitals

      550 1st Ave
      New York, NY 10016
      Recipient of 62
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      78%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Mount Sinai Hospital

      1 Gustave L Levy Pl
      New York, NY 10029
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2024)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      85%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Albany Medical Center Hospital

      43 New Scotland Ave
      Albany, NY 12208
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      70%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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